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HomeMy Public PortalAboutDec 2010 PUBLIC MEETING REGARDING 2011-2012 BUDGET A chance to present your budget ideas to the City Council January 11, 2011 at 7:00p.m., Community Room The Riverdale Fire Department held its First Annual Lighted Christmas Display awards on December 20, 2010. Following are the winners. Best Icicle Lights Monty & Gwen Halsey Grand Winner, Jeff & Julie Meyers Best Tree Decoration, Byron & Cathy Kime Most Creative Design, Wayne & Patricia Guinnee A special thank you to Volunteer Firemen John Claussen and Brian Ballard for serving as Judges. Official Minutes Mayor Grindle opened a Special Meeting of the Riverdale City Council at 7:30 p.m. on November 18, 2010 Present: Franklin, Hupp, Littrel, and Halsey. Channon was absent. AGENDA: Hupp moved to approve the agenda as presented, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Franklin read the second reading of Ordinance No. 97-153 Section 20.31.1 Storage Shed and Section 41.07 Accessory Building. Franklin moved to approve Ordinance No. 97-153 Section 20.31.1 Storage Shed and Section 41.07 Accessory Building as read, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. It was moved by Franklin to approve Resolution No. 2010-20. A Resolution stating Riverdale will pledge a sum of $4,500.00 as a “Local Effort” towards the Iowa Department of Economic Development Housing Fund Grant. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Halsey moved to adjourn at 8:08 p.m. _________________________ _____________________________ Mayor Jeffrey J. Grindle Attested by Paula McIntosh, City Clerk Official Minutes Mayor Grindle opened a Special Meeting of the Riverdale City Council at 8:00 p.m. on November 19, 2010. Present: Franklin, Hupp, Channon, Littrel, and Halsey. Others present were George Seaberg, and Mac McIntosh AGENDA: Halsey moved to approve the agenda with a change of time to 8:00 p.m. as presented, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Franklin read the third reading of Ordinance No. 97-153 Section 20.31.1 Storage Shed and Section 41.07 Accessory Building. Channon moved to approve Ordinance No. 97-153 Section 20.31.1 Storage Shed and Section 41.07 Accessory Building as read, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Halsey moved to set a date for the Public Hearing concerning Ordinance No. 97-153 Section 20.31.1 Storage Shed and Section 41.07 Accessory Building as December 7, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Halsey moved to adjourn at 8:16 p.m. _________________________ _____________________________ Mayor Jeffrey J. Grindle Attested by Paula McIntosh, City Clerk OFFICIAL MINUTES Mayor Grindle opened the Public Hearing concerning Ordinance No. 97-153 Section 20.31.1 Storage Shed and Section 41.07 Accessory Buildings at 6:30 p.m. on December 7, 2010. Dale Hupp stated that in the original Ordinance the storage shed size was 10’ X 12’ and that was the maximum size that a homeowner could have and would not require a building permit. The maximum size is now 12’ X 16’ and would that now require a building permit? Attorney Reier stated that according to Riverdale’s Ordinances it would. Mayor Grindle will make some phone calls and have an answer for Mr. Hupp to make sure we have the correct answer. Franklin moved to close the Public Hearing at 6:39 p.m. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes motion carried. Mayor Grindle opened the regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:00 p.m. on December 7, 2010. Roll Call: Present: Channon, Hupp, and Franklin. Littrel and Halsey were absent. Also present: Troy Harrington, Ashley Steele, Richard Wells, Kristin Crawford from MSA, Fire Chief Floyd Bruns, Attorney Angela Reier, and Jim Beran. Agenda: Franklin moved to approve the Agenda with eliminating Resolution No. 21 Awarding John J. Franklin His Pay Out of the Awards Fund and Resolution No. 24 Affirming the Fire Awards Fund. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, Minutes: Franklin moved to approve the minutes from the meeting dated November 16, 18, and 19, 2010, seconded by Hupp. Channon stated she did not attend the meeting on November 18, and could not vote and therefore a quorum was not present to approve the meeting dated November 18, 2010. Franklin revised his motion to include the minutes dated November 16, and November 19, 2010, seconded by Hupp. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin moved to table the approval of the minutes from the meeting dated November 18, 2010, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Warrants: Franklin moved to approve the warrants for December 7, 2010 as listed, Hupp. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. CLAIMS LIST DECEMBER 7, 2010 VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL Allied Waste Waste Service $2,708.00 City of Davenport Sewer Pmt. To Dav. $2,388.98 D and S Street Cleaning $1,966.00 DECCO Light Repair $355.20 Grass Groomers Porta-Potties $240.00 Home Depot Supplies Parks & City Hall $115.05 Matt Parrott & Sons Office Supplies City Hall $305.14 Mid-American Energy Street Lights & City Hall $1,391.33 MSA Engineering Streets $2,400.00 Myra Halsey Janitorial $200.00 North American Salt Company Salt $1,858.55 Quad City Times and Journal Publishing $107.10 Total Communications Vehicle Maintenance FD $156.85 US Bank Misc. Expense City Hall $63.24 TOTAL $14,737.05 PAYROLL 11/16/10 Paula McIntosh $814.62 Mary Frances Blevins $751.00 Jeff Grindle $279.15 Larry Brown $399.78 TOTAL $2,244.55 RECEIPTS OCTOBER 31, 2010 Property Tax $21,551.46 Property Tax Levy $5,385.74 Local Option Tax $10,064.22 Road Use Tax $4,628.71 IPAIT Interest Capital Improvement $16.43 IPAIT Interest Sewer $10.77 Davenport Watercap Payment $1,288.42 Room Rent $100.00 Mid-American Energy Rebate Furnace $100.00 Mediacom Franchise $1,249.58 TOTAL $44,395.33 RECEIPTS NOVEMBER 30, 2010 Property Tax $15,467.83 Local Option Taxes $16,492.63 Road Use $5,460.17 Davenport Watercap Payment $2,849.98 Room Rent $175.00 Copies $8.50 IPAIT Capital Improvement $11.14 IPAIT Sewer $8.13 IPAIT Levy Fund $ .47 TOTAL $40,473.85 PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COUNCIL: Jim Beran spoke to the Council concerning the easement on the Wren property. Mr. Beran was assured that MSA had surveyors locate all the sewer lines and manholes. Richard Wells gave an update on the Belmont Road Phase 2 Project. There had been a meeting with those involved with the project and the consensus was that they were done with Belmont Road until spring. The Landscapers would meet with the City next year and get the landscaping done. Mr. Wells stated that Mediacom had been out and measured to the power lines. Qwest had been on site twice, but could not do their work because too much dirt had been piled in that area. Nothing else will be done until spring. Mayor Grindle stated that the road will not be ground smooth until spring. And there are other properties that need to be finished to homeowners’ satisfaction. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Attorney Reier spoke with David Welch concerning the Welch property. Mr. Welch stated that his family is not interested in selling any portion of their land to the City. They still are asking that the City either run a storm sewer pipe through the entire property or do the land sculpting throughout the affected area. Attorney Reier suggested that the City Accept the Law Enforcement Contract between the City and the Scott County Sheriff’s Office. Hupp made a moved to approve the proposal for the Law Enforcement Contract between the Scott County Sheriff’s Office and the City of Riverdale. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. The Belmont Road Project was discussed during Public Communications. Kristin Crawford from MSA reported on the Comprehensive Plan for Street Repair. She had a handout to show the cost of all concrete street construction. Mayor Grindle stated that he would like to have plans ready and on the shelf. If grant opportunities arose we would be ready. Franklin stated council needed to make a decision as to whether or not the roads would all be concrete before you could draw up the plans. Hupp thought we should move forward with the plans. Channon moved to table the Permanent Sanitary Easement Agreement Between the City of Riverdale and Mr. and Mrs. Lou Wren until the next meeting. Seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Kristin Crawford from MSA presented a Request For Qualifications (RFQ) for a Comprehensive Plan Creation. Hupp moved that the City Clerk submit the RFQ to 3 companies. Seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Kristin Crawford talked about the Amendment to Ordinance No. 87-139 Floodplain Management Ordinance. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has adopted new Flood Plain Insurance Maps for Scott County. The City relies on these maps for the City’s Flood Management Ordinances. FEMA requires all government agencies to officially adopt the new maps into any and all existing flood ordinances before February 18, 2011 to remain compliant with FEMA regulations. Franklin moved to hold a Public Hearing on Amending Ordinance No. 87-139 Floodplain Management Ordinance on December 21, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Hupp moved to table Bids for Repairs for Manhole Covers on Kensington. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. The Fire Department Report for October 19, 2010 to November 16, 2010 was presented by Fire Chief Floyd Bruns. Hupp moved to approve the report for the dates listed, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Grindle stated that we would like to close the Home Depot Account and possibly open one at Menard’s. Home Depot doesn’t seem to understand how to process the tax exempt status. Hupp thought Lowe’s would be a better choice since it’s much closer than Menard’s. Hupp moved to close the Home Depot account and open an account at Lowe’s. Seconded by Franklin. Roll call: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin presented a letter he is proposing to send to Riverdale residents. He would like to inform all residents of what the different funds are and how much money is in each fund. Mr. Franklin wants every citizen to understand the City’s finances. The letter is a rough draft for the Council to review. The letter will be on the next agenda. Franklin presented a letter and spreadsheet concerning the Road Replacement plan. This is another document that will eventually be sent to Riverdale residents. How do we intend to pay for roadways is a question that needs to be answered. We can either put money away yearly or do a bonding issue and do all the roadways at one time. Franklin would like to ask the City Accountant, Eide Baille to review these funds to make sure we have the funds set up as they should be. Franklin moved to hire Eide Baille not to exceed $2,000.00 seconded by Hupp. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Resolution No. 2010-22 Affirming the Road Fund was read by Franklin. Hupp moved to approve Resolution No. 2010-22 Affirming the Road Fund as read, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Resolution No. 2010-22 Affirming the Road Fund Whereas, by approval of Resolution 2007-01, the City Council for the City of Riverdale, Iowa, created a fund, named the Road Fund. Whereas, in preparation of the City Budget, the City Council for the City of Riverdale, Iowa, wishes to reaffirm the existence of that Road Fund and its importance within the City of Riverdale for the replacement, repair and maintenance of the roadways within the City of Riverdale, Iowa. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, the existence of the Road Fund is reaffirmed. Franklin presented a letter and spreadsheet concerning the Fire Truck Replacement and Overhaul plan. This is a plan on how to accrue money to replace and overhaul fire trucks as the needs arise. Franklin asked that council review for the next meeting. Resolution No. 2010-23 Affirming the Fire Department Truck Replacement and Overhaul Fund was read by Franklin. Channon moved to approve Resolution No. 2010-23 Affirming the Fire Department Truck Replacement and Overhaul Fund as read, seconded by Hupp. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Resolution No. 2010-23 Affirming the Fire Department Truck Replacement and Overhaul Fund Whereas, by approval of Resolution 2009-08, the City Council for the City of Riverdale, Iowa, created a fund, named the Fire Department Truck Replacement and Overhaul Fund. Whereas, in preparation of the City Budget, the City Council for the City of Riverdale, Iowa, wishes to reaffirm the existence of that Fire Department Truck Replacement and Overhaul Fund and its importance within the City of Riverdale for the purchase of new fire trucks as well as the performance of maintenance on existing fire trucks. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, the Fire Department Truck Replacement and Overhaul Fund is reaffirmed. There is no Resolution 2010-25 at this time. Franklin asked that the Council make a decision as to how they want to pay for Capital Projects. This item will be on the next agenda. Riverdale could not find a signed agreement with Bettendorf concerning the 28E Agreement Bettendorf/Riverdale Sewer Interceptor System. Attorney Reier spoke with Bettendorf about this agreement and Bettendorf prefers to take on 2/3 of the responsibility. Attorney Reier made changes to the 28E Agreement to show that Bettendorf would be 2/3 responsible and Riverdale will be 1/3 responsible for any maintenance on the Sewer Interceptor Pipe. Attorney Reier read Resolution No. 2010-26 A Resolution Approving 28E Agreement With The City of Bettendorf, Iowa, Concerning The Joint Use Of A Sanitary Line, And Its Maintenance And Replacement. Hupp made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2010-26 as read and with the corrections to the 28E Agreement. Seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Resolution No. 2010-26 A Resolution Approving 28E Agreement With The City of Bettendorf, Iowa, Concerning The Joint Use Of A Sanitary Sewer Line, And Its Maintenance And Replacement BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA: That the attached 28E Agreement concerning the joint use and maintenance of a sanitary sewer line running through the City of Riverdale which is used by in part by the City of Bettendorf is hereby approved and adopted. The Mayor is authorized to sign and record the agreement which is attached hereto. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 7th day of December, 2010. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Hupp wanted to thank all the volunteers that helped put up the holiday lights. It was a great afternoon. Franklin also thanked all the volunteers that helped with the lights. Franklin reported that he had attended another Hazmat meeting in Eldridge and gave the council an update on that meeting. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS: Hupp reported that she had a call from a resident about snow and ice on the roads. Paula will talk to the persons responsible for snow removal and get it salted first thing tomorrow. Council thought they should plow and then come back and drop the salt and use lots of salt on the hills. Mayor Grindle also thanked all the volunteers for putting up the holiday lights and hoping to have as many volunteers when it’s time to take the lights down. Hupp thanked Jim Beran for getting the lights fixed on the deer. Mayor Grindle reported that Maintenance Supervisor Larry Brown was working on an inventory list for all the City signs. Channon made a motion to adjourn at 8:37 p.m. seconded by Franklin. ___________________ _______________________________ Jeffrey J. Grindle Mayor Attested by: Paula McIntosh, City Clerk OFFICIAL MINUTES Mayor Grindle opened the Public Hearing concerning Ordinance No. 87-139 An Ordinance Amending The Floodplain Management Ordinance at 7:02 p.m. on December 21, 2010. Kristin Crawford from MSA explained that this Amendment to the Ordinance was a requirement of FEMA to maintain compliance to their current standings. After hearing no questions or comments Franklin moved to close the Public Hearing at 7:04 p.m. Seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Grindle opened the regular session of the Riverdale City Council at 7:04 p.m. on December 21, 2010. Roll Call: Present: Franklin, Channon, Littrel and Halsey. Hupp was absent. Also present: Troy Harrington, Ashley Steele, Kristin Crawford from MSA, Fire Chief Floyd Bruns, Attorney Angela Reier, David Welch, and Ron and Jan Strawhacker. Agenda: Franklin moved to approve the Agenda as listed, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Minutes: Franklin moved to approve the minutes from the meeting dated 11/18/10, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: Franklin – aye, Channon – abstain, Littrel – aye, Halsey – aye. Franklin moved to table the approval of the minutes dated 12/07/10 as there was not a quorum present to approve them. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Warrants: Channon moved to approve the warrants for December 21, 2010 as presented, seconded by Franklin. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. CLAIMS LIST DECEMBER 21, 2010 VENDOR NAME REFERENCE TOTAL Aflac Aflac Insurance $491.29 Bi-State Barricade Rental Purchase of Barricades $300.00 City of Davenport Pmt to Davenport $2,101.06 Data Technologies W-2 Forms $62.38 Iowa American Water Utilities City Hall $260.14 Iowa One Call Iowa One Call $26.10 IPERS Payroll Pension $704.05 JKM Concrete Solutions Snow Removal $5,095.00 Mediacom Internet Service $47.95 Mid-American Energy Utilities Parks $12.62 Monoxivent Maintenance FD $198.00 North American Salt Co. Salt $1,916.32 Purchase Power Postage Machine Rental $156.00 Qwest Telephone Service $143.80 Quad City Bank & Trust Fed/Fica Taxes $1,448.70 Stanley, Lande, and Hunter Legal Services $3,214.90 The Printing Store 2011 Calendars $600.00 State of Iowa Taxes Withholding Payroll Tax $369.00 Linda Hupp Supplies Holiday Lights $20.57 Laser Cut Images Misc. Expense FD $350.00 TOTAL $17,517.88 PAYROLL 12/21/10 Paula McIntosh $814.62 Mary Frances Blevins $558.83 Jeff Grindle $279.15 Larry Brown $336.88 John Franklin $563.30 Linda Hupp $553.10 Cheryl Channon $553.10 Douglas Littrel $285.05 Dean Halsey $553.10 TOTAL $4,497.13 PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS TO THE COUNCIL: Mayor Grindle wanted to thank the Riverdale Fire Department for its First Annual Holiday Yard Display Awards. Best Icicle Lights went to : Monty and Gwen Halsey, Best Tree Decoration went to: Byron and Cathy Kime, Most Creative Design went to: Wayne and Patricia Guinee, and the Grand Award Winner went to: Jeff and Julie Meyers. Volunteer Firemen John Claussen and Brian Ballard served as the Judges. Thank You! UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Franklin moved to go into Closed Session To The Public at 7:14 p.m. Pursuant To Iowa Code 21.5 (1) (c) To Discuss Claims With Counsel Where Litigation May Be Imminent and Disclosure With the Welch Family and Scott Community College Related to the Storm Water Issues Related to Detention Pond Behind the Homes on Manor Drive on Scott Community College Property and Storm Water Run Off in Riverdale in General and on the Welch Farm in Particular. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Grindle stated we are now in open session at 7:29 p.m. Attorney Reier stated that no decisions were made during closed session. Attorney Reier stated that the Welch family was not interested in selling any of the property in question to the City of Riverdale so the City may pursue purchase by Imminent Domain. Attorney Reier explained what purchasing land through Imminent Domain meant. She also stated that the land owners would be a part of the land assessment. Franklin stated that it was not something to take lightly. The Welch’s would like to have piping done the length of the property or the sculpting of the land. Those solutions would be at an extreme cost to the City. The City has stated that Scott Community College wants the City to have some kind of an easement agreement with the land owners before they would be willing to help with the cost. The Welch family stated that they are not being unreasonable they just don’t want more damage to their land the same as the people on the hill do not want damage to their properties. Franklin made a motion to proceed with Purchase of the Land through Imminent Domain to address the Storm Water Issues and our Engineers will tell us how much property we need to obtain. Seconded by Channon and stated we hope that we can find another solution. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin presented his draft letter to Riverdale residents explaining the City’s funds. He asked for the Council’s input and if they want this letter sent to residents. The letter explains the different funds and what those funds are used for. Channon moved to send the letter attached to the December newsletter with an update on the December totals. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin presented his letters and spreadsheets concerning the Roadway Replacement Plan, Fire Truck Replacement and Overhaul Plan and the Large Capital Projects Plan. Franklin thinks we need to raise taxes to save money for these future expenses. Franklin asked if these letters should be sent to residents. Attorney Reier stated that these were just proposals at this time and should not be sent at this time. Franklin asked that the rest of the council to read these proposals and have some feedback at the next council meeting in January. Attorney Reier read Resolution No. 2010-21 A Resolution Awarding John J. Franklin His Pay Out Of The Awards Fund. It was moved by Littrel to approve Resolution No. 2010-21 as written, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: Franklin – abstain, Channon – aye, Littrel – aye, Halsey – aye, motion carried. Resolution No. 2010-21 A RESOLUTION AWARDING JOHN J. FRANKLIN HIS PAY OUT OF THE AWARDS FUND WHEREAS, the City of Riverdale established a Volunteer Firefighter’s Awards Plan (“Awards Fund”) that pays qualified individuals who have voluntarily served on the Riverdale Fire Department an amount based on number of years of qualified service; WHEREAS, John J. Franklin served as a volunteer fireman for Riverdale and is otherwise qualified to receive a payment from the Awards Fund. WHEREAS, the Awards Fund is managed by Brent Goers of Mony Life Insurance Company, and Mr. Goers determined the appropriate pay out to be $1800.00. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, that John J. Franklin be awarded a lump sum pay out from the Awards Fund of $1800 in honor of his years of voluntary service on the Riverdale Fire Department. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 21st day of December, 2010. Resolution No. 2010-24 Affirming the Fire Awards Fund was read by Attorney Reier. It was moved by Halsey to approve Resolution No. 2010-24 as read, seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: Franklin – aye, Channon – abstain, Littrel – aye, Halsey – aye, motion carried. Resolution No. 2010-24 A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE FIRE AWARDS FUND Whereas, by approval of Resolution 2003-1, the City Council for the City of Riverdale, Iowa, reaffirmed the creation of a fund, named the Awards Fund for the volunteer Fire Department (“Awards Fund”). Whereas, in preparation of the City Budget, the City Council for the City of Riverdale, Iowa, whishes to reaffirm the existence of that Awards fund and its importance within the City of Riverdale for the purchase of annuities for the benefit of qualified volunteers in the Riverdale Fire Department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, the existence of the Awards Fund is reaffirmed. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 21st day of December, 2010. NEW BUSINESS: Ordinance No. 87-139 An Ordinance Amending The Floodplain Management Ordinance was presented and reviewed. It was moved by Halsey to approve Ordinance No. 87-139 as the first reading, seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Kristin Crawford from MSA presented a proposal for assessing condition and costs to replace or repair streets in Riverdale. The engineering costs would run about $120,000.00 for 2 miles of road. Attorney Reier read the contract and felt that it was fair. Halsey asked if the City had that kind of money. Franklin stated that we have not budgeted in this current year for that expense, but could amend the budget. Ms. Crawford stated that we could decide what the worse roads were and just do those plans now. Franklin moved to table until the next meeting and we can look at the financial numbers and see how we want to proceed. Seconded by Littrel. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Ms. Crawford presented a proposal for $2,000.00 for Riverdale Street Reconstruction Evaluation -2. Franklin moved to accept this proposal as listed, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Mayor Grindle suggested the appointment of Dean Hiles to the Board of Adjustment for the term of 2011 through 2014. Franklin moved to appoint Mr. Hiles for the term suggested, seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Franklin asked if the Council had any ideas about better ways to get information to the Community. Franklin wanted to hold a public meeting concerning the budget and get the public’s input before it is time to finalize the budget. The next budget meeting will be January 5, 2010 and we would like to have a Public Meeting concerning the budget on January 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. All budget meetings are open meetings to the public. The council would like to encourage all residents to come to the meeting on January 11, to present your ideas and plans. Franklin moved to have a meeting on January 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of gathering public input for the 2011/2012 budget. Seconded by Halsey. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. Halsey moved to approve an alcohol request for December 26, 2010. Seconded by Channon. Roll call vote: all ayes, motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COUNCIL AND OTHER OFFICIALS: Channon reported that there are chairs in the Community Room that need to be replaced. Furniture needs to be included in the next budget. Littrel wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. Paula read a Thank-You card from the Dean and Judy Hiles to Mayor, Council, Office Staff, and Riverdale Fire Department members. Mayor Grindle wished everyone Happy Holidays and Happy New Year. Halsey made a motion to adjourn at 8:59 p.m. Seconded by Littrel. ______________________ _______________________________ Jeffrey J. Grindle Mayor Attested by: Paula McIntosh, City Clerk 10 From the City of Riverdale 355-2511 (Phone) December 2010 THANK YOU HOLIDAY LIGHTS VOLUNTEERS Dale & Linda Hupp, Cheryl Channon, Larry & Ann Shoultz, Tim, Jann & Baby Curran, Jeff Grindle, George & Sue Seaburg, Harry Pelton, Montie & Caryn Gauss, Joe Kosinski, Larry & Bonnie Wolff, Pat & Judy Tray, Terri Stickler and Don Fisher, and Jim Beran, thanks for repairing the lights on the deer. Everyone a great job! Fire Department Report for October 19 to November 16, 2010 Calls: 2-Fire Training: Quarterly Recertification Water Supply Ground Ladders Training Needs Assessment Serve your community- Come and join us! Your Council & their Committee appointments are as follows: Jack Franklin (359-6612) Mayor Pro Tem, Contracted Support Service & Budget Cheryl Channon (332-3386) Contracted Support Service & Budget Linda Hupp (355-3386) Parks & Safety Dean Halsey (355-2013) Infrastructure & Parks Doug Littrel (209-7479) Infrastructure & NPDES Management Mayor Jeff Grindle (349-7606) Lou Wren (355-1300) Zoning Inspector, Please contact him regarding any Construction projects. City Hall (355-2511) THANK YOU, Dale & Linda Hupp, Cheryl Channon, Larry & Ann Shoultz, Tim, Jann & Baby Curran, Jeff Grindle, George & Sue Seaburg, Harry Pelton, Montie & Caryn Gauss, Joe Kosinski, Larry & Bonnie Wolff, Pat & Judy Tray, Terri Stickler and Don Fisher for helping with the holiday lights, and Thanks to Jim Beran for repairing the lights on the deer, your volunteerism shows the great spirit of Riverdale!!! Everything We Do We may not always realize that everything we do affects not only our lives but touches others, too. A single happy smile can always brighten up the day for anyone who happens to be passing by your way. And a little bit of thoughtfulness that shows someone you care creates a ray of sunshine for both of you to share. Yes, every time you offer someone a helping hand, every time you show a friend you understand, every time you have a kind and gentle word to give, you help someone to find the beauty in this precious life we live. For happiness brings happiness and loving ways bring love, and giving is the treasure that contentment is made of. -Author Unknown- Financial Report for November 2010 November Beginning Bank Balance $ 91,979.05 November Ending Balance $ 86,927.01 IPAIT $ 474,010. 41 CD’s $ 545,770.86 Total Monies $1,106,708.28 Fund Balances for November 2010 General Fund $ 297,203.29 Awards Fund $ 93,659.84 Sewer Fund $ 188,381.54 Capital Reserve/Improvement $ 369,189.20 Road Use Fund $ 32,965.22 Public Measure B Fund $ 23,198.17 Road Replacement Fund $ 51,055.51 Fire Equipment/Truck Fund $ 51,055.51 Firefighter’s Support Fund $ 0.00 Total Monies $1,106,708.28 You are reminded that reflectors at the end of your driveway are a big help to the Snow Removal Crews. Please remove snow from Fire Hydrants in your yard, so Fire Department can locate them in emergencies. Christmas tree pickup will be any Monday during the month of January. Thank you, Judy Hiles, for all of your hard work on the 2011 Riverdale Calendar. You did a wonderful job!